AMI MegaRAID Controllers Now Supported by Symantec Norton Ghost for NetWare.ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 17, 1998-- Editorial Summary -- Symantec's NetWare cloning software Software that copies the full image of a hard disk to another machine via direct cable or the network. Cloning saves time setting up new machines by eliminating the installation of the operating system and each individual application. See image file, reimaging, ghosting server and clone. supports AMI RAID controllers. -- Disaster recovery and dynamic growth of RAID arrays are now available through the use of Norton Ghost for NetWare and AMI MegaRAID controllers. -- The combined capabilities ensures systems administrators unparalleled flexibility in managing Novell NetWare (operating system, networking) Novell NetWare - Novell, Inc.'s proprietary networking operating system for the IBM PC. NetWare uses the IPX/SPX, NetBEUI or TCP/IP network protocols. It supports MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows, OS/2, Macintosh and Unix clients. server disk space. American Megatrends American Megatrends Incorporated (AMI) is a Georgia, USA based hardware company that creates PC hardware and firmware. It was founded in 1985 by the current chairman and president, S. Shankar. , Inc. (AMI), an industry-leading RAID technology provider, in conjunction with Cupertino, Calif.-based Symantec Corporation (Nasdaq: SYMC SYMC Symantec Corporation (stock symbol) ), the world leader in utility software for business and personal computing Refers to users working on their own computers rather than a terminal to a mainframe. Sometimes, the term refers to using computers at home for work and/or entertainment in contrast to business use only. See personal computer. , today announced that Symantec's Norton Ghost for NetWare now provides built-in support for AMI's MegaRAID controllers. Using MegaRAID controllers in conjunction with Norton Ghost for NetWare, customers can dynamically add disk space to a RAID array. Typically, when using a controller to manage a RAID array and a new disk drive is added to the array, there is no way that the NetWare operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. can see the new disk space in the array. Using Norton Ghost for NetWare with AMI MegaRAID controllers, users can dynamically resize Verb 1. resize - change the size of; make the size more appropriate size - make to a size; bring to a suitable size rescale - establish on a new scale the Novell NetWare partition so that the operating system (OS) can use the new space. "This relationship demonstrates the flexibility of AMI's high-performance, fully-featured intelligent storage controller solutions critical for today's business Today's Business is a show on CNBC that aired in the early morning, 5 to 7AM ET timeslot, hosted by Liz Claman and Bob Sellers, and it was replaced by Wake Up Call on Feb 4, 2002. data requirements," said Steven Paulhus, AMI's Director of Marketing. "The combined capabilities of the AMI MegaRAID controller with Norton Ghost for NetWare gives the systems administrator unparalleled flexibility in managing Novell NetWare server disk space." Norton Ghost for NetWare also supports disaster recovery of failed RAID arrays. When multiple drives fail or an unrecoverable application error occurs, such as deleting a subdirectory A disk directory that is subordinate to (below) another directory. Also called a "subfolder." In order to gain access to a subdirectory, the path must include all directories above it. See path. structure, Norton Ghost for NetWare can restore the AMI MegaRAID disk array from the last saved image without reinstallation of the OS. Just boot from a diskette The official name for the floppy disk. See floppy disk. diskette - floppy disk , load the image media from tape, Jaz, etc. - and begin the recovery. "The AMI MegaRAID controllers provide excellent RAID performance and functionality," said Enrique Salem, Vice President of Symantec's Security and Assistance Business Unit. "In combination with Norton Ghost for NetWare, disaster recovery and the dynamic resizing of RAID arrays is quick and easy." About Norton Ghost for NetWare Norton Ghost for NetWare works by creating an identical image of a NetWare volume, effectively taking a snapshot of all the files hidden, visible, and system - that make up the operating system, applications, and configuration settings. This image can then be copied to any number of servers, thereby creating completely identical installations. More information on Norton Ghost for NetWare can be obtained at http://www.ghost4nw.com. Symantec is the world leader in utility software for business and personal computing. Symantec products and solutions help make users productive and keep their computers safe and reliable anywhere and anytime. Symantec offers a broad range of solutions and is acclaimed as a leader in both customer satisfaction and product brand recognition. Symantec is traded on Nasdaq under the symbol SYMC. More information on the company and its products can be obtained at http://www.symantec.com. About AMI Founded in 1985, American Megatrends Inc. (AMI) has dedicated its resources to providing OEMs, resellers and systems integrators with leading edge computer technologies. This privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. , best known for its Basic Input/Output Systems or BIOS, also supplies its state-of-the-art hardware, software, utilities and RAID controllers to over 55% of today's high-tech manufacturers. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, AMI has locations in the US and throughout the world including Munich, London, Taipei, Madras and Tokyo to better serve our customers. For more information on AMI, its products, services or reseller opportunities call 1-800-U-BUY-AMI or visit our website at http://www.ami.com. |
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